Saturday, November 8, 2014

Rest in Peace

Loyce Crain Williams

September 7, 1938 - November 4, 2014

The Memphis area bluegrass music community is sad to learn of the passing of our friend Loyce Crain Williams (known to us as Loyce Smith). Loyce was a tireless worker for the Lucy Opry and bluegrass music in this region. She was the smiling lady at the ticket table at BPACC when there were Lucy Opry events held there. She was also dedicated to the Humane Society and its Spay/Neuter program.

She is survived by her two daughters, seven grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. A talented pianist, Loyce enjoyed playing for her church.

Funeral services are / were Saturday, November 8, 2014, at 1:00 PM, at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens at 3700 N. Germantown Road. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local animal shelter. Online condolences may be made to www.memphisfuneralhome.net.

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The picture of the Bluegrass Shack, Lucy, TN, is significant in my life. I first heard bluegrass music from the Tennessee Gentlemen right there in 1980. Life changed from that moment. As luck would have it, the ol' shack burned down some years ago. I keep its memory alive through this blog and my nickname. Am I 'bluegrasshack' or am I a 'bluegrass hack' [writer]?